Job Task Analysis - City Development Officer.PDF

- Play a key role in delivering quality infrastructure outcomes
- Supportive and high-performing engineering team
- Full-time opportunity
- Hybrid work options – average 2 days working from home (or pro rata)
- $100,968 - $110,162 per annum (dependent on experience) plus superannuation

About the role

As a Development Engineer in the Roads & Drains team, you will help assess development and subdivision applications across Kingston, ensuring civil and drainage infrastructure meets Council standards and legislative requirements.

You will:

- Assess planning permit applications and engineering plans
- Review drainage designs, catchment calculations, and stormwater management solutions
- Provide advice on Legal Point of Discharge and Build Over Easement applications
- Conduct site inspections and provide engineering advice to developers, residents, and internal stakeholders

Your Skills and Experience

- Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Registration as an Engineer in Victoria
- Knowledge of the Subdivision Act, Building Regulations, Planning and Environment Act, and related legislation
- Ability to assess drainage networks and prepare clear technical reports and correspondence
- Sound organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Current Victorian Driver's Licence

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of

We make a difference We show care and respect We take pride in our work We are better together

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council,



we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.

Enquiries

For any enquiries about the position, please contact Brain Trower, Team Leader Roads & Drains on ************@kingston.vic.gov.au

To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at ***************@kingston.vic.gov.au

About Kingston

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

Why Work for Kingston?





At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us:

- Hybrid work options – average 2 days working from home (or pro rata)
- Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hours
- Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
- Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
- Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
- Salary Packaging
- Purchase leave options
- Study/development assistance
- Discounted gym memberships
- 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Close to Public transport
- Free Onsite parking

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston

Kingston City Council is an equal chance employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.

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📌 Development Engineer (Kingston)
🏢 City of Kingston
📍 Kingston